How Finance Bill 2025 could erode Kenya’s health access

The Finance Bill 2025 presents an opportunity to boost public financing without compromising healthcare affordability, innovation, or trust.

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Ken, a 30+ year-old in Nakuru invests each month in his family’s health by setting aside Sh3,000 for a modest health insurance cover. He understands the value it has for his family, which is why he makes a sacrifice.

It gives him peace of mind that his wife and two children can walk into a hospital and get treated, no matter what. With the Finance Bill 2025 on the horizon, Ken’s monthly commitment may cost slightly more due to proposed tax changes that increase the cost of health insurance delivery across the board.

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